What's the damage Meaning in English
expression
Definition
A casual, humorous way to ask how much something costs, especially when asking for the bill at a restaurant or after a service.
Usage & Nuances
Very informal and playful; mainly used in casual conversation, often at restaurants, bars, or after services. Not appropriate for formal contexts or with strangers. Similar to asking for the bill, but with humor. Do not use in written business communication.
Example Sentences
After dinner, he smiled and said, "What's the damage?"
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She asked the cashier, "What's the damage for the groceries?"
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"What's the damage?" he asked as they brought the repair bill.
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Let me see the bill—what's the damage this time?
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We joked before paying, "Okay, what's the damage—am I broke now?"
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After a big night out, someone always asks, "So, what's the damage?"
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